The History of Disney's Wartime Era

About this episode

This episode explores the challenges and films of Disney Animation during the wartime era from 1943 to 1949.

Let's jump back in time to explore the Wartime of Disney Animation! Between the years 1943-1949, Walt Disney Productions faced lower budgets and a smaller animation staff while the world was at war. While these films may not be at the top of most Disney fans' movie lists, each of these films have had some sort of reference within the Disney Parks! Learn even more in the links below: Seven Disney Eras and History of Disney Movies Five Facts About Saludos Amigos Decades of Disney Animation | Kait Around The Kingdom Opening Night, Nine Notes From Make Mine Music Circus Bear Mix Up Find all movies now on Disney+ THE CAROUSEL PROJECT PODCAST PATREON IS HERE! Become a member now. CAROUSEL PROJECT PODCAST-INSPIRED MERCH IS HERE! Shop Spinning Carousel Company now. Learn more about our hosts, the podcast, and more! Have a question for the Carousel Project Podcast team? Send us an email at carouselprojectpod@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram! We would love to hear from you! Want to help our podcast audience grow? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or share this episode with a friend! Find us on our socials! Josie Maida - Instagram TikTok Kait Killebrew - Instagram, TikTok EPCOT Adam…

People in this episode

Hosts: Josie Maida, Kait Killebrew, EPCOT Adam

Topics covered

• Disney Animation
• Wartime Era
• Film History
• Disney Parks
• Animation Challenges

Keywords

• Disney
• Wartime Animation
• Walt Disney
• Disney Parks
• Animation History

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Walt Disney Productions, Disney+

Books & works: Saludos Amigos, Make Mine Music, Circus Bear Mix Up

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